A few weeks ago, I was in excruciating pain in the dead of the night. I’m not one to disturb…
Oluwatosin Adesoye
Adesoye Oluwatosin is a practicing physician, a passionate and award-winning sickle cell advocate, and educator. She's the founder of Sickle Cell Celebs, an online community for people living with sickle cell disease, and of Sicklelive Foundation, an NGO that caters to people living with sickle cell disease. She's a Nigerian diagnosed with sickle cell anemia (HBSS) in 1987 when she was just 1 year old. She enjoys using her personal and medical experience to educate and create awareness about sickle cell disease and also help reduce health inequalities in its management. She's called "The Sickle Cell Crusader." Her column promises to be expository, educative, and compelling.
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Articles by Oluwatosin Adesoye
Some of my childhood memories still linger. I vividly remember, for instance, the lonely nights spent in my bed while…
Hydration plays a vital role in the management of sickle cell disease. It offers numerous benefits, including enhanced blood…
Managing multiple sickle cell complications can be emotionally and physically overwhelming. Today I’d like to share an experience that…
With sickle cell disease, pain is often ever-present. Many people who have this disease experience various forms of pain…
As last year drew to a close, a thought-provoking post in the Sickle Cell Celebs Facebook group inspired me…
Sickle cell disease can manifest as both a visible and invisible illness, depending on the individual and their unique…
Blood transfusions play a critical role in the management of sickle cell disease. They can help prevent and manage…
Living with sickle cell disease is not a proverbial bed of roses; instead, it’s a journey of twists and…
Note: This column describes the author’s own experiences with various medications, including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and oral opioids. Not…